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Pacifica Playschool
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 44 children
- Age range
- 2 years to 5 years
- Phone
- (650) 359-5673
- Address
- 630 Hickey Blvd
- Licensed since
San Mateo County context
945*CCLD
Total facilities
2.6*CCLD
Avg citations
5.2*CCLD
Avg visits
0.8*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
4 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
2023
- 101161(a)Type A
LIMITATIONS ON CAPACITY
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there were 47 children present at the time LPA arrived which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2022
- 101216(g)(1)Type B
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [5] [(staff] [files] which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 101217(a)(12)Type B
Based on (record review), the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in [1] out of [5] staff files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2021
- 101223(a)(2)Type B
PERSONAL RIGHTS
101223(a)(2) Personal Rights(a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on the interview with director, on 9-14-21, site director did not ensure the personal rights of persons in care to safe and healthful accommodations and engaged in conduct inimical to the health, welfare, and safety of persons in care, in that facility staff Suzanne Wheeler did not require face coverings in the facility, as required by the CA Department of Public Health Guidance on the Use of Face Coverings issued July 28, 2021, and an individual mask exception did not apply. This is a potential risk to children in care.
Inspection record
7 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2026-03-10.
5 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit. 1 complaint on record, 1 of 1 substantiated.
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
4 citations across the record on file
Nearby
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Clean recordCITY OF PACIFICA - VALLEMAR CHILD CARE CENTER
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Clean recordCITY OF PACIFICA-FAIRMONT WEST PRESCHOOL
3 visits on record
Clean recordMCINTYRE, VERONICA
4 visits on record
Clean record
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Pacifica Playschool licensed in California?
Yes, Pacifica Playschool is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 1985.
How many citations does Pacifica Playschool have?
Pacifica Playschool has 4 citations on record: 1 Type A (more serious) and 3 Type B citations. It has received 7 visits (5 inspections, 1 complaint visit, 1 other visit).
When was Pacifica Playschool last inspected?
Pacifica Playschool was last inspected on March 10, 2026 (7 weeks ago). California CCLD typically inspects licensed childcare facilities annually or following a complaint.
What type of childcare is Pacifica Playschool?
Pacifica Playschool is a Child Care Center (CCC), which is a facility-based program typically serving larger groups of children with multiple staff members with a licensed capacity of 44 children. It is located in Pacifica, San Mateo County, California.
How does Pacifica Playschool compare to other daycares in San Mateo County?
Pacifica Playschool has 4 citations. The county average is 2.6 citations per facility. There are 945 licensed childcare facilities in San Mateo County.
Does Pacifica Playschool have any serious violations?
Pacifica Playschool has 1 Type A citation on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to children. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has Pacifica Playschool had any complaint inspections?
Pacifica Playschool has received 1 complaint-triggered inspection. 1 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
What ages does Pacifica Playschool serve?
Pacifica Playschool serves children from age 2 to age 5. It has a licensed capacity of 44 children.
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